Payette County Health Data

Payette County, Idaho

Health Score

47/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

38

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

147

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Payette County, Idaho

Payette's health outcomes track with U.S. average

At 77.2 years, Payette County's life expectancy nearly matches the U.S. average of 77.5 years. With 20.8% reporting poor or fair health, the county faces wellness challenges slightly above the national baseline.

Payette slightly below Idaho's health average

Payette County's 77.2-year life expectancy trails Idaho's state average of 77.5 years by 0.3 years. At 11.8% uninsured, the county essentially mirrors the state average of 11.7%, suggesting typical coverage patterns.

Mid-range performance in regional context

Payette County's 77.2-year life expectancy falls between Minidoka (77.0 years) and Oneida (78.6 years), positioning it squarely in the regional middle. Primary care access at 38 per 100K is moderate, while mental health providers at 147 per 100K offer reasonable coverage.

Moderate access, near-average uninsured rate

Payette County's 11.8% uninsured rate mirrors Idaho's state average, with 38 primary care providers and 147 mental health providers per 100K available. Provider availability is neither robust nor severely constrained, requiring residents to navigate typical access challenges.

Payette: check your health insurance status

At 11.8% uninsured, Payette County tracks with the state average, but gaps still affect thousands of residents. Visit healthcare.gov to confirm coverage and explore options that support your family's health needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Payette County, ID?
Payette County has a health score of 47/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #33 out of 44 counties in Idaho (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Payette County?
Life expectancy in Payette County is 77.2 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Payette County below the state average.
How does Payette County health compare to the Idaho average?
Payette County's health score of 47/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 77.2 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 11.8% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Payette County?
Key health factors for Payette County include: life expectancy (77.2 years), uninsured rate (11.8%), and primary care physician access (38:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 147:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Payette County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 47/100 ("Below Average"), Payette County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.2 years. 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Payette County?
Payette County's health score of 47/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. The uninsured rate of 11.8% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.